Canto LXXI. Janak's Pedigree. Then to the saint supremely wise King Janak spoke in suppliant guise: “Deign,Hermit,with attentive ear, Mv race's origin to hear. When kings a daughter's hand bestow, 'Tis right their line and fame to show. There was a king whose deeds and worth Spread wide his name through heaven and earth, Nimi,most virtuous e'en from youth, The best of all who love the truth. His son and heir was Mithi,and His Janak,first who ruled this land. He left a son Udávasu, Blest with all virtues,good and true. His son was Nandivardhan,dear For pious heart and worth sincere.